Comber
Serranus cabrilla
FR Serran cabrilla · ES Cabrilla · PT Serrano-alecrim · IT Serranide · DE Mittelmeer-Zackenbarsch
Also known as: SerranoCabrillaSerran cabrillaMittelmeer-ZackenbarschSerranideSerrano-alecrim
BenthicShoreBoat
Score
—
Prime time
Daylight, especially early/late
Depth
0–100m
Platform
Shore & boat
Season
JanMarJunSepDec
Peak May–SepGood Apr–Oct
Depth range
0–100mDeep
Best fishing techniques
Bottom fishing / ledgering60%
Preferred seabed
SandRock
Findr bio
Rocky reef resident - swipe right for small baits and calm seas.
How to catch
Favourite hangouts
Pier harborRocky shoreSandy beachWreck reef
Recommended baits
WormsFish baitsSquid
Diet
CrabShrimpSmall fishCephalopods
Effective techniques
Light Rock FishingBottom FishingSpinning
Gear
Best times
DayDawnDusk
Small Mediterranean predator with big attitude — pint-sized pugilist.
Field notes
Where to find them
Mediterranean & S Iberia
Where they hang out
Harbours, reefs 2-20 m
Prime time
Daylight, especially early/late
Tide game
Low-moderate
What they're into
Shrimp/prawn bits, small fish; takes micro-jigs
Temperature vibe
Warm months best
Fave weather
Clear, calm conditions suit ambush style
Fun fact about me
Small Mediterranean predator with big attitude — pint-sized pugilist.
Dinner material?
8/10Solid dinner choice
Play by the rules
Local MLS/bag rules varyRegional Med fisheries
Looking after them
Least Concern